Rome At Your Leisure Shore Excursion

For those who wish to tour Rome as a solo traveler, this Rome tour is for you. From St. Peter's Square to Ancient Roman ruins to the Spanish Steps, explore at your will. Be the boss of your own itinerary. Whether you want enjoy Roman cuisine, take a multitude of photos, shop, or just breathe in the atmosphere, this Rome excursion is ready for you to take the driver's seat.

From the port at Civitavecchia, take a shuttle bus to St. Peter's Square and debark. You may wish to stroll at will and admire the architecture of a site considered sacred to many in the world. You could proceed on your own to the Spanish Steps and see where a famous scene from the film The Talented Mr. Ripley was shot. Grab a cappuccino, maybe a slice of pizza, and watch the locals go about their lives. If you feel like it, go shopping at the many boutique stores in the area.

About a 15 minute walk from the Spanish Steps is the Trevi Fountain, a beautiful masterpiece designed by Nicola Salvi. It is a common tradition to sit on the edge of the fountain and toss a coin over your shoulder into the water.

No excursion to Rome is complete without a visit to the Ancient Roman ruins. An approximate 15 minute bus ride can take you to the ruins near Palatine Hill from the Spanish Steps.

If time permits, you can venture around the area, but it is important to return to Civitavecchia at Zanardelli, Lungotevere Marzio.

Consult with the driver for other tour suggestions and the final departure time and location for the shuttle back to port. Book this Rome tour today for a self-tailored Italy excursion enjoyed at your leisure.

Please Note: Entrance fees to attractions/museums are not included with the price of this tour. This tour is intended for guests arriving in Civitavecchia. While guests staying in hotels are always welcome, they are responsible for arranging their own transportation to to the meeting location on the day of the tour. This tour can accommodate guests who are disembarking their cruise ship with luggage. You may bring luggage on this tour and leave it on the bus while touring.

Highlights of Marseille

Marseille is enjoying a cultural renaissance and you will see why during this 4-hour small tour. This city is the second largest one in France and was the European Capital of Culture in 2013.

Your adventure begins with a trip to Marseille's historical center. Walk along the Vieux Port dotted with shops and restaurants while your tour guide reveals the port's journey from a 6th century trade post to the area's hub of maritime activity in the 19th century. From there you will head to the colonnade-lined Palais Longchamp at the terminus of the Durance River. Inaugurated in 1869 as a monument to commemorate the connection of Marseille to a new waterway network, the combination large fountain-waterfall-water tower has two wings that house the city's natural history museum and Musee des beaux-arts.

Continue marveling at Marseille's highlights such as the stunning Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde. Situated on the foundation of an ancient fort, this building rests on the highest elevation in the city overlooking Marseille. Consecrated in 1864 to replace an 11th century church by the same name, the Basilique has a lower crypt built in the Romanesque style and an upper church that was built in the Neo-Byzantine style using green limestone from Florence. You'll have the opportunity to go inside the Basilique and explore the symbol of the city of Marseille for approximately thirty minutes.

Sign up today for your opportunity to step back into the history and culture of beautiful Marseille.

Please Note: The tour vehicle varies based on the size of the group.